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Use this for Croatia and Sierra Leone.

Beautiful island begging for tourists

Forget travelling to what’s hot right now, this list ranks the best destinations that have been overlooked by tourists.

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Remote Asian nation suddenly the place to go

It is remote and “logistically complex” but this part of the world is having a massive moment among Australian travellers.

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Australian Holidays

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Tasmanians’ ask of Aussie ‘mainlanders’

This Aussie state has a message it’s desperate for the rest of Australia to hear. I went to investigate and after four days, I can confirm two things.

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‘Catastrophic’: Aussies act on Trump threat

Donald Trump’s plan to slash $1 billion in funding for a US agency has been described as “catastrophic”. Now, an Aussie company is fighting back.

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Health Problems

Jamie Clements, a 30-year-old from Perth’s south, was diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer last March after he was unable to keep food down for months. The cancer spread to his liver, pelvis, lungs and lymph nodes, and he was given between nine and 24 months to live. Picture: Supplied.

Aussie gets last wish weeks before death

An Australian man with a terminal illness got his last wish just weeks before his death after his friend launched a fundraiser to make his dream come true.

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Sight in small American town shocks Aussie

You certainly wouldn’t see this wild American tradition in Australia and that is the best part.

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Underrated side of US Aussies must know

California is known for Hollywood, Disneyland and the Golden Gate Bridge – but this is where you need to go while it’s still a hidden gem.

PAUL HOGAN & CROCODILE CROCODILE DUNDEE (1986)

‘End of an era’: Crocodile Dundee star dies

An icon of Australian cinema, best known for his role in Crocodile Dundee, has died aged in his 90s.

Mick Fanning Airbnb stay. Picture: Luke Marsden

Insane $7 surf lesson with Mick Fanning

A three-night Airbnb stay on the Gold Coast will be available for just $7 and it includes a surf lesson and barbecue with Mick Fanning.

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Nara, Japan. Picture: Chantelle Francis / news.com.au

Striking city in Japan comes with a warning

This Japanese city attracts of hordes of tourists wanting to see its spectacular free-roaming deer – but the experience comes with a warning.

Iraq tourism. Picture: David Smyth

Boomers, if you’re doing this you’re too rich

There is a strange trend growing among wealthy, well-travelled Australians who have time and money to spend.

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‘You are crazy’: Terrifying detail in family pic

Tourists are spending thousands of dollars to drive straight towards violent weather that others run from, and tour operators have never seen demand like it.

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Incredible sight hiding off quiet Aussie beach

When most tourists think of visiting the Great Barrier Reef, they make the mistake of overlooking this stunning Aussie island.

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Irwin’s surprising fave Aussie holiday spot

Robert Irwin is a Queenslander through and through, so his favourite Aussie holiday spot may surprise you.

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Tassie will cover travel costs for this ‘odd’ job

Tasmania has just opened applications for 10 “odd jobs” and there’s a particular one on the list that will have you scratching your head.

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Star’s favourite hidden beach in New Zealand

Star obsessed with this hidden beach

There’s a hidden beach in New Zealand with a secret tunnel that has got this Hollywood star obsessed.

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Australian Holidays

Jetty on Direction Island, Cocos Keeling Islands. Escape - 96 Hours in Cocos Islands Photo : supplied

This is Australia’s secret wonder

With a population of just 600, this remote group of Australian islands is home to stunning natural attractions – and one of the world’s most unique airports.

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Tourists lose it over fake Aussie town

Google searches for this Aussie town have skyrocketed with tourists desperate to know where it is, but there is one big problem.

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A new proposal to the Onkaparinga council could see a tourist resort with a lagoon and wave pool that can support 70 surfers at one time built in Aldinga. Picture: City of Onkaparinga Council

Inside state’s wild new resort plan

Another Australian capital city is poised to offer surfers rolling artificial waves, with a council considering a multi-million dollar development application.

Mt Everest climbers forced to collect own poo

‘Begun to stink’: Mt Everest’s gross problem

There is 3000kg of human poo estimated to be on Mount Everest and it’s causing a foul stench, with climbers now forced to collect faeces.

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Themed restaurants include The Blue Dragon with Thai, Chinese and Japanese food

Wild feature inside ‘epic’ new theme park

A huge new theme park with 1.5km long roller-coasters, “astronomical elements” and a 500-room hotel is set to open next year.

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Extraordinary sight out Qantas plane window

Australians are paying up to $8000 to go on a 13-hour day flight just for this incredible view.

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Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand

Hotly anticipated NZ attraction finally opens

One of New Zealand’s most popular tourist attractions is about to get even more popular.

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Australia’s ‘Hawaii’ two hours from Sydney

A tiny Aussie island that’s just two hours from Sydney has gone viral with many locals having only just discovered it.

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South Australia

South Australia has built a new 38 km mountain bike trail at Mount Remarkable National Park north of Adelaide. Picture: Supplied

New jewel ready for adventure seekers

Fresh off the back of nabbing a spot on Lonely Planet’s 2024 must-visit list, one state has opened up a striking new adventure draw at an epic national park.

KANGAROO ISLAND, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 25: Young boys jump off Vivonne Bay Jetty into the water on February 25, 2020 in Kangaroo Island, Australia. Over a third of Kangaroo Island, including much of the Flinders Chase National Park, was burnt during the recent bushfires that started on 4 January. Two people lost their lives, while tens of thousands of native animals and farming livestock were also killed. The Wildlife, Ecosystems and Habitat Bushfire Recovery Taskforce estimates as many as 90 percent of Kangaroo Island's famous koala population perished in the recent bushfires, with only 5,000 to 10,000 koalas remaining in the area from an original population of about 60,000. Kangaroo Island's economy is reliant on agriculture and tourism Ã¢â¬â worth an estimated 180 million dollars Ã¢â¬â and focus is now turning to reviving the industries post the bushfires. The South Australian Tourism Commission launched the #BookThemOut campaign to encourage tourists to visit the bushfire affected areas in the Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island, with the recent Kangaroo Cup Racing Carnival reaching record attendance this past weekend. However, with the Island known to be a popular tourism destination for Chinese tourists the local industry is now also being heavily affected by coronavirus.The Federal Government has announced a royal commission into this summer's devastating bushfires across Australia, with a specific focus on preparedness for future bushfire seasons. Former Australian Defence Force (ADF) chief Mark Binskin, former Federal Court judge Annabelle Bennett and leading environmental lawyer Andrew Macintosh are due to deliver their findings by the end of August. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

Surprising Aussie island No.2 in the world

A secluded island in Australia has taken out the No.2 spot in Lonely Planet’s 2024 must-travel destinations.

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Travellers lose it over ‘terrifying’ Aussie train

Would you ride the steepest passenger railway in the world through a dark cliff tunnel?

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Aussies issued big warning about Bali

Indonesia has a message for Australians as they try to better control tourism on the popular holiday island of Bali.

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Australian Holidays

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos SEPTEMBER 16, 2023: Sydney-siders flock to the beach to enjoy the hot forecasted weekend. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Jeremy Piper

Bad news for your Christmas holiday

El Niño is predicted to bring hot, dry weather this summer, with travel plans for Aussies and tourists alike to look very different this year.

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Bui Vien Street perspective, numerous signboards, people, motorbikes, Bitexco Tower. The colorful area is famous Saigon tourist attraction located in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Escape 16 July 2023 Editors Letter Photo - iStock

Budget airline’s huge sale from Aussie city

Australians dreaming of a holiday in the heart of Southeast Asia now have a new and cheap way to get there.

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